NCDOT Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit Intern
About The Position
It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation. Summer 2026 (May 2026 – July 2026) Full-time Work Schedule, Monday- Friday, 40 hours per week Internship Opportunity: Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit Intern Department: Technical Services – Photogrammetry Unit Location: Photogrammetry Unit, Building B, Century Center, 10120 Birch Ridge Drive, Raleigh, 27610 Internship Duration: 10-week internship (May 26, 2026- July 31, 2026) Position Overview The Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit is a specialized division dedicated to supporting North Carolina's transportation initiatives through advanced geospatial and photogrammetric technologies. The unit plays a critical role in creating and maintaining precise mapping and geospatial data that supports engineering design, infrastructure development, and project planning for the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT). Utilizing cutting-edge tools like Bentley MicroStation and ArcGIS, the team develops high-quality maps, analyzes aerial imagery, and performs data validation to ensure accurate and reliable geospatial information. The unit also manages and updates NCDOT's extensive geospatial data holdings, provides visual quality assurance for critical projects, and collaborates with engineers to produce vicinity maps and other essential geospatial products. With its expertise in geomatics and photogrammetry, the team is instrumental in enabling efficient, data-driven decision-making across the department's transportation initiatives. The Technical Services/Photogrammetry Unit is seeking a motivated intern to assist with geospatial data organization, analysis, and mapping tasks essential to North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) projects. This internship offers hands-on experience with industry-standard tools, providing valuable skills in photogrammetry, geomatics, and geospatial sciences.
Requirements
- Must be a currently enrolled full-time student in a bachelors, masters, or professional level program at an accredited or recently graduated from a North Carolina Historically Black College/University (HBCU) or Minority Serving Institution (MSI) within the past year.
- 24 credit hours completed.
- Minimum overall GPA of 2.5 (on 4.0 scale)
- Has legal right to work in the U.S. and do not need sponsorship
- Minimum overall GPA of 2.5 (on 4.0 scale)
Nice To Haves
- Educational Background o Pursuing a degree in Geomatics, Civil Engineering, Earth Science, or Geospatial Science.
- Technical Skills o Familiarity with or interest in Bentley MicroStation, ArcGIS, photogrammetric tools, and geospatial technologies. o General computer skills with the ability to learn specialized mapping and engineering software.
- Soft Skills o Detail-oriented with a strong willingness to learn new technical concepts and workflows. o Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Data Organization & Mapping o Create, organize, and manage historical NCDOT aerial photography boundary data using Bentley MicroStation and ArcGIS. o Assist with the preparation of orthorectified digital mosaics and other geospatial mapping products.
- Data Maintenance & Project Development o Update and maintain the Photogrammetry Unit’s geospatial data holdings and digital image library of historical imagery. o Complete a small photogrammetric project from planning through final delivery, performing all associated tasks.
- Quality Assurance & Review o Conduct visual quality reviews of imagery tiles, including support for projects. o Learn how final mapping files are reviewed and validated prior to delivery.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
